Colts Sign Daniel Jones to Compete for Starting QB Role

The Indianapolis Colts have signed former Giants and Vikings quarterback Daniel Jones to a one-year deal, creating competition with Anthony Richardson for the starting position.

Daniel Jones has agreed to a one-year, $14 million contract with the Indianapolis Colts, with incentives potentially raising its value to $17 million.
The move follows Jones' release by the Giants during the 2024 season and a brief stint on the Vikings' practice squad.
Colts GM Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen emphasized the need for 'real competition' to push Richardson, who has struggled with consistency and injuries in his first two NFL seasons.
Jones, a veteran with 69 career starts, brings experience but has faced criticism for his performance, including a 3-13 record in his last 16 starts and a career completion rate of 64.1%.
Richardson, the Colts' 2023 first-round pick, has shown flashes of potential but has struggled with a 50.6% career completion rate and questions about his durability and decision-making.